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Warren, NJ

Warren Township is a township in Somerset County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. The township is a bedroom suburb of New York City in the much larger New York metropolitan area, located within the Raritan Valley region. As of the 2020 United States Census, the township's population was 15,923, an increase of 612 (+4.0%) from the 2010 census count of 15,311, which in turn reflected an increase of 1,052 (+7.4%) from the 14,259 counted in the 2000 census. Warren is situated in northeastern Somerset County bordering both Morris (along the Passaic River) and Union counties.

The township has been one of the state's highest-income communities. Based on data from the American Community Survey for 2013–2017, Warren Township residents had a median household income of $154,647, ranked 12th in the state among municipalities with more than 10,000 residents, more than double the statewide median of $76,475.

In 2012, Forbes.com listed Warren as 334th in its listing of "America's Most Expensive ZIP Codes", with a median home price of $842,750.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 19.64 square miles (50.86 km2), including 19.57 square miles (50.68 km2) of land and 0.07 square miles (0.18 km2) of water (0.36%).

Warren places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with a variety of resources and facilities dedicated to promoting residents' well-being. Warren is home to several medical centers and clinics, including Overlook Medical Center, providing residents with access to quality healthcare services. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa offers a range of massage therapies, facials, and relaxation treatments. Kessler Rehabilitation Center in Franklin Township provides personalized rehabilitation programs for various conditions, including sports injuries, post-surgery recovery, and chronic pain management. Massage Envy offers a variety of massage treatments, including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, and reflexology. Planet Fitness in Franklin Township provides a judgment-free environment with cardio machines, free weights, circuit training, and group classes. YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge, and South Amboy offers fitness facilities, group exercise classes, swimming pools, sports leagues, and community wellness programs.

Top sites in Warren, NJ: Great Swamp Refuge, Wagner Farm Arboretum, Farmstead Arts. 

Population: 16,029 (2020). Elevation: 210 feet (64 meters). Area: 19.46 square miles (50.43 km²). ZIP Code: 07059. Area code(s): 908. 

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What is the history of Warren, NJ?

Warren was originally inhabited by the Lenape Native Americans and was colonized in the 1720s by European farmers. As early as 1900, it became a destination for wealthy residents looking to escape nearby New York City. Warren was incorporated as a township by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 5, 1806, from portions of Bernards Township and Bridgewater Township. The southeastern half of the original township (which was close to a railroad and contained most of the population) was separated off as North Plainfield Township (since renamed to Green Brook Township) on April 2, 1872.

What makes Warren, NJ popular?

The Mount Bethel Baptist Meetinghouse is a historic church located at the intersection of County Route 651 (King George Road, Mount Bethel Road) and Mountainview Road in the village of Mount Bethel in Warren Township, Somerset County, New Jersey, United States. Built in 1786, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 3, 1976, for its significance in architecture and religion. It was built by the Mount Bethel Baptist congregation, which had been established in 1767 from the Scotch Plains Baptist Church. This congregation was the first in Somerset County. In 1960, it dedicated a new church building and abandoned this one.

What is the cost of living in Warren, NJ?

A typical home costs $858,900, which is 154.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 98.8% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Warren costs $2,280 per month, which is 59.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 25.0% more than the state average of $1,710. To live comfortably in Warren, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $164,520 for a family, and $72,000 for a single person is recommended.

Sources

Township of Warren

Wikipedia

Bestplaces

Overlook Medical Center

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Massage Envy

Planet Fitness

YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge, and South Amboy

Great Swamp Refuge

Wagner Farm Arboretum

Farmstead Arts

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